Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg
Source:
cmp
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 24: 300 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733802
Common Names
- Radlkofera calodendron
- Calodendron Radlkofera
- Radlkofera
Description
Radlkofera calodendron (also called Calodendron Radlkofera, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Radlkoferaceae family. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is a perennial herb with a single, erect stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are white and bell-shaped with six petals.
Uses & Benefits
Radlkofera calodendron is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Radlkofera calodendron has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Radlkofera calodendron is a bulbous plant that can be propagated from seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Offsets should be carefully separated from the parent bulb and planted in a well-drained medium. Once established, the plant should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Radlkofera calodendron
Radlkofera calodendron can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Radlkofera calodendron FAQ
What is the scientific name of Radlkofera calodendron?
Radlkofera calodendron
What type of plant is Radlkofera calodendron?
Radlkofera calodendron is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Radlkofera calodendron found?
Radlkofera calodendron is found in South America.
Species in the Radlkofera genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family